Berea College
University Information
Berea College is a liberal arts work college in Berea, Kentucky, U.S.A., founded in 1855.
Important Dates and Deadlines
Application deadlines:
- 15 September: Berea Term Abroad (Spring)
- 1 October: Berea International Summer Term
- 15 February: Berea Term Abroad (Fall) and Summer Abroad
"I believe Italian culture, being old and set in their ways, was one of the hardest cultures for Americans to adjust to. The first 2 weeks were awful. However, I pushed through and adjusted to that strange culture, by myself. It taught me about myself and made me a stronger and better person. I learned to relax and adapt and it w..."
Tricia T Berea College
"It was worthwhile, yes. I learned that cultures besides our own are very different, including certain actions and such that might differ from the way we do things here in America. I gained quite a new understanding for food, culture, and language and Italy."
A student Berea College
"It changed my life. Despite the struggles in receiving my grant in time, I have lessons that only time in my lovely Chile could have given me. "
voisinage Berea College
"I really enjoyed trying to speak a new language and the experience of living in a foreign city. However, I found it difficult to integrate into the local culture because of the way they treat women. I was very uncomfortable much of the time."
A student Berea College
"I learned how oblivious Americans are to world politics and learned how to become a better global citizen "
A student Berea College
"I learned more than I could ever write. It was a new world, too many museums, too much seen, too much done. It was very worthwhile, I lived in Germany and I hope that one day I will be able to again. "
Josh A Berea College
"It was without a doubt worthwhile. You can learn more about what I learned and the experiences I had at my travel blog that I kept the whole semester. Vists http://onehundreddaysinoaxaca.blogspot.com/"
Shane A Berea College
"At the lab, I learned basic clinical screening for common tropical diseases like malaria, typhoid, sickle and other diseases. I was also able to collect blood samples from patients, determine blood group and a lot more"
A student Berea College
"I learned that we are all more alike than different. I learned the language. It was worthwhile."
A student Berea College
"Was wonderful. Got to learn a lot about Islam. "
Dylan H Berea College
"I learned about an entirely new culture and way of life. I definitely think it had a positive effect on me and I would love to do it again, perhaps another country."
Fatima K Berea College
"It was worthwhile! I gained an international perspective as well as learned so much about ancient Greece!"
A student Berea College
"I learned more about Mexican culture and was able to meet interesting people. Yes it was worthwhile"
Megann B Berea College
"I believe I gained a lot of knowledge about a completely different culture. I improved my French language skills. I expanded my dietary limits. I made new friends. It was definitely worthwhile!"
Francisco Atila S Berea College
"I gained a better understanding for my own culture as well as making life long friendships. This trip was worthwhile. I feel I now have a better sense of independence from studying abroad. "
Sarah K Berea College
"I learned much more about myself and about the real world than I learned about academic material. I learned valuable life skills such as greater independence and confidence in my ability to handle nearly any situation that arises, I learned how to communicate more effectively, how to pay attention to detail, how to stay safe and..."
A student Berea College
"I learned to live and budget in another country well and every moment was worthwhile."
A student Berea College
"I learned about travel. Such as who to travel with, and how my personality fits with others. "
A student Berea College
"The program what I would consider "intense" in energy required, but it was worth it for me. I was looking for an opportunity to see Central Asia for myself and that's what I got (the external travel involved in the program was excellent). I also really wanted to maximize my opportunity to gain skill in Russian and that really ..."
Cassie W Berea College
"I gained a new outlook on my own culture while at the same time adopting some thing from a new one. I have learned to appreciate certain things and miss others that I have just discovered. If I could go back right now, I would. "
Alycia W Berea College
"I learned how to maintain your values while everyone around you is living a different way. (smoking weed on the beach and getting drunk) I learned how to listen to criticism and insults without letting them affect how I view myself (my host mother called me fat, stopped giving me fruit juice, and threatened to buy a scale if..."
Erin C Berea College
"I learned a lot about the history of the countries I visited, liberation theology, local cultures, social participation, opportunities for social justice actions, and improved in Spanish speaking skills too. "
kendahl s Berea College
"I gained an incredibly knowledge of humanity and how different a culture can be from your own. It was very worthwhile! "
candace.l.mullins Berea College
"I gained a more nuanced understanding of Africa and a new perspective on America. It was very much worthwhile"
Alison Y Berea College
"I gained a better understanding of a different culture. Yes, it was worthwhile."
jeritta.gilbert Berea College
